Hello there! How does it work for kids who are dependents of military personnel when they go to college? Is it possible to keep the military id for those military family discounts at stores or does it expire?
Dependents of active duty military personnel are able to keep their military dependent ID cards until the age of 21. However, there is an exception for full-time college students who can extend to the age of 23, or until they graduate, whichever comes first. This means that you'll still be eligible for those military discounts at participating stores during this time.
To qualify for this extension, you'll need to be enrolled in a full-time course of study in an institution of higher learning and if your sponsor provides over half of your financial support. You'll need to verify these conditions at a military ID card facility. Expect to provide verification of enrollment and possibly some type of proof of your financial dependency.
Remember that this might vary based on the specific practices and procedures at the issuing facility, but it gives you a good idea of what to expect. Make sure to check with your local installation's pass and ID office for the most accurate information.
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